"Where can I get <name that OEM car part>?"

RKA · 02-25-2004, 10:36 AM

You can book a flight to Africa, but beware, you'll usually have to connect through western Europe to get there. When you get off the plane, hail a taxi, and have them drive you to Capetown. When you get to Capetown, flag down a pedestrian, and ask for directions to the nearest Audi dealer (they all know where it is, because people come from all over the world to get their OEM Audi parts). Tell the dealer what you need, and they will either have it, or will be able to get it in a few days. While you're waiting, enjoy the sights to see in Capetown. It's a lovely place.

What? You want the same part cheaper? Well, lucky for you, there are dealers that sells parts over the internet. Do a search for Clairparts, Suncoast, or any number of other dealers that have an online presence.

What? You want new OEM or OEM type parts even cheaper? Well, try http://www.vwparts.com/, or http://www.europartsdirect.com/.

What? You want the same part even cheaper, and you're willing to buy a used part? Well, http://www.car-part.com seems to be a popular choice for used audi parts, as does http://www.dadsauto.com (they specialize in Audi parts).

[Update]
Shokan - another source for new and used Audi parts.
BLAUfergnugen - New Parts (they have a mission statement).
Import Parts Authority - New Parts (they will price match).
ECS Tuning - New parts (OEM, OEM substitutes, and aftermarket wares). There have been many reports of poor packing practices with ECS Tuning. If you're ordering a fragile item, or ordering delicate items like gaskets with heavy items like brake rotors, you've been warned!
Adirondack Auto Brokers - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes).
Autohaus Arizona - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes).
ThePartsBin.com - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes). Free shipping over $50.
Performance Parts Store - New parts (OEM substitutes).
Pure Motorsports - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes).
Note: Many retailers of car parts may maintain an online parts database, but those databases are notoriously inaccurate. What does this mean to you? If you don't see the part you want...pick up the phone and call them. Odds are they can get the part, even if it's not listed online.

Search Keywords:
Used Parts OEM Source Cheap

markbradford · 02-25-2004, 10:39 AM

ex-quattro PETE · 02-25-2004, 10:42 AM

Steveo369 · 02-25-2004, 10:43 AM

Stocking the search database. excellent.

kenny (dremel) · 02-25-2004, 10:46 AM

ex-quattro PETE · 02-25-2004, 10:47 AM

SilverA4Fun · 02-25-2004, 10:49 AM

SilverA4Fun · 02-25-2004, 10:49 AM

mnemonic · 02-25-2004, 10:50 AM

Silver Streakin' · 02-25-2004, 10:52 AM

02-25-2004, 10:36 AM	#1
RKA Member Account #: 2062 Join Date: Mar 2000 Posts: 67,038	"Where can I get <name that OEM car part>?" You can book a flight to Africa, but beware, you'll usually have to connect through western Europe to get there. When you get off the plane, hail a taxi, and have them drive you to Capetown. When you get to Capetown, flag down a pedestrian, and ask for directions to the nearest Audi dealer (they all know where it is, because people come from all over the world to get their OEM Audi parts). Tell the dealer what you need, and they will either have it, or will be able to get it in a few days. While you're waiting, enjoy the sights to see in Capetown. It's a lovely place. What? You want the same part cheaper? Well, lucky for you, there are dealers that sells parts over the internet. Do a search for Clairparts, Suncoast, or any number of other dealers that have an online presence. What? You want new OEM or OEM type parts even cheaper? Well, try http://www.vwparts.com/, or http://www.europartsdirect.com/. What? You want the same part even cheaper, and you're willing to buy a used part? Well, http://www.car-part.com seems to be a popular choice for used audi parts, as does http://www.dadsauto.com (they specialize in Audi parts). [Update] Shokan - another source for new and used Audi parts. BLAUfergnugen - New Parts (they have a mission statement). Import Parts Authority - New Parts (they will price match). ECS Tuning - New parts (OEM, OEM substitutes, and aftermarket wares). There have been many reports of poor packing practices with ECS Tuning. If you're ordering a fragile item, or ordering delicate items like gaskets with heavy items like brake rotors, you've been warned! Adirondack Auto Brokers - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes). Autohaus Arizona - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes). ThePartsBin.com - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes). Free shipping over $50. Performance Parts Store - New parts (OEM substitutes). Pure Motorsports - New parts (OEM and OEM substitutes). Note: Many retailers of car parts may maintain an online parts database, but those databases are notoriously inaccurate. What does this mean to you? If you don't see the part you want...pick up the phone and call them. Odds are they can get the part, even if it's not listed online. Search Keywords: Used Parts OEM Source Cheap __________________ 2005.5 A4 Avant 2.0T Quattro 6MT APR 91/93/100 \| APR Exhaust \| 19" BBS RS-GT's \| Carbonio \| Hotchkis \| Partridge-in-a-pear-tree Others: 2006 TL on the block 2001 S4 sold 2000 A4 sold * September 11th, 2001 - Never Forget *

02-25-2004, 10:39 AM	#2
markbradford Member Account #: 129 Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Chicago Posts: 37,587	*Bookmark for automatic n00b response*

02-25-2004, 10:42 AM	#3
ex-quattro PETE AudiWorld Expert Account #: 16447 Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 25,426	stickers? __________________ n00b FAQ \| 2003 Official AudiWorld Postwhore \| Got questions? Audi Maintenance Schedules \| It's the truth!

02-25-2004, 10:43 AM	#4
Steveo369 AudiWorld Senior Member Account #: 3909 Join Date: Apr 2000 Posts: 3,481	Winnar! Stocking the search database. excellent. __________________ AIM: Steveo369WA

02-25-2004, 10:46 AM	#5
kenny (dremel) Elder Member Account #: 48969 Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 12,984	the n00bs think you're asking a question, just like them. __________________ 01 a4 1.8tqm, giac x, borla, h&r race, boxster brakes *7.66 CAPS*

02-25-2004, 10:47 AM	#6
ex-quattro PETE AudiWorld Expert Account #: 16447 Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 25,426	Doh! __________________ n00b FAQ \| 2003 Official AudiWorld Postwhore \| Got questions? Audi Maintenance Schedules \| It's the truth!

02-25-2004, 10:49 AM	#7
SilverA4Fun AudiWorld Super User Account #: 61160 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 5,208	Raj, what's the best place to get thing-a-ma-bobs, do-hickies or watch-a-ma-call-its? __________________ "Friends don't let friends drive stock" '00 A4 1.8TQM w/Giac j31 + AWE & Stasis mods '05 AR 2.7T6MT w/HSports, AWE/GiacX, AWE DTS, XM Sat

02-25-2004, 10:49 AM	#8
SilverA4Fun AudiWorld Super User Account #: 61160 Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 5,208	And no stickers for you, today __________________ "Friends don't let friends drive stock" '00 A4 1.8TQM w/Giac j31 + AWE & Stasis mods '05 AR 2.7T6MT w/HSports, AWE/GiacX, AWE DTS, XM Sat

02-25-2004, 10:50 AM	#9
mnemonic Member Account #: 51590 Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 3,566	of all the places why capetown? __________________ Black 2000 A4 1.8TQ Black 2003 X5 3.0 Black 2006 CBR600RR

02-25-2004, 10:52 AM	#10
Silver Streakin' Member Account #: 10901 Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: PA Posts: 42,089	what if I want a cheaper used part? can I negotiate with the salvage yard? __________________ -Jeff 2001.5 A4 1.8TQMSCC with APR SIII, EVO FMIC, Stoptech-less, STaSIS Tracksports 600F/750R ACNA MidOhio video Montreal race school and PDA Pocono video

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